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Such a question shows the vast misunderstanding of the quote. In the first part, the elder wanted Okonkwo to be humbled, and not so derogatory to other lesser men, but in doing so, he chose a common phrase to get his point across. Everyone knew Okonkwo came to his success not through luck but by hard determined work. His success despite his first poor harvests (due to weather) further highlighted his hard work surpassing the ill hand he had be dealt; this includes the lack of inheritance from his father.
As Okonkwo had worked hard, so did his chi favour him. When a man says yes, his 'chi' says yes also.
What else can I help you with?
Why is Okonkwo lucky that he had not broken the rules of the week of peace years ago?
The punishment for breaking the week of peace, in older times, was death. Okonkwo got off lightly in comparison.
What are some quotes that show okonkwo is a man?
"Okonkwo was a man." "Did you see that man, Okonkwo?" "You are my son. Okonkwo, I am your father!"
Why was Okonkwo ostracized?
Okonkwo was not ostracized. Okonkwo was exiled for killing a man. Okonkwo was spoken badly of when he was not outwardly repentant after breaking the Week of Peace. Okonkwo was distanced from after he kills a messenger.
What is one thing that Okonkwo did to show his culture?
Okonkwo wrestled. Okonkwo fought in wars.
How does obierika prove himself to be a good friend to okonkwo in this chapter?
Obierika invites Okonkwo to witness the negotiation of Akueke's bride price.Obierika tries to assuage Okonkwo's fears of Nwoye not being manly enough.Obierika does not mention Unoka, knowing the Okonkwo is still ashamed of him.Obierika does not fail to criticize Okonkwo for taking part in the sacrifice of Ikemefuna, having also declined to take part in that ceremony.Obierika invites Okonkwo's family to his daughter's wedding.Obierika console Okonkwo on his pending exile.Obierika helps with other friends to carry Okonkwo's yams to his barn. He is trusted to store these yams.Later on, he sells Okonkwo's yams and gives Okonkwo the money in Mbanta.Obierika again visit Okonkwo in Mbanta.Obierika is trusted and paid to build two huts in Okonkwo's old compound.Finally, he takes responsibility for the burying of his friend after he has desecrated himself.
What is Okonkwo's career?
Okonkwo of this time is a notable footballer. Okonkwo from Things Fall Apart is a farmer.
What is the birth name of Kenneth Okonkwo?
Kenneth Okonkwo's birth name is Kenneth Arinzechukwu Okonkwo.
Why does Okonkwo's son serve him and why does Okonkwo drink first?
Because it is his son's duty. Okonkwo is the master of the house.
When was Okonkwo born?
Daniel Okonkwo was born in 1975.
Who is okonkwo's friends?
Okonkwo's best friend is Obierika.
When was Daniel Okonkwo born?
Kenneth Okonkwo was born in Enugu State, in Nigeria.
What is a list of plot points from Chapters 1 through 13 in Things Fall Apart in the order in which they occur in the story?
Okonkwo loses his temper and strikes his wife. Okonkwo kills his adopted son. Okonkwo threatens his wife with a gun. Okonkwo's gun explodes. or Okonkwo violates the Week of Peace. Despite being warned not to do so, Okonkwo takes part in a ceremonial murder. Okonkwo points a gun at one of his wives. Okonkwo accidentally kills a clansman. or Okonkwo beats his wife Okonkwo draws a gun on his wife. Okonkwo murders a boy he has adopted. Okonkwo's gun explodes accidentally and kills a boy.
